Chelsea, entering The Etihad Stadium as underdogs against the reigning Premier League champions, secured a valuable point in a draw with Manchester City.
Raheem Sterling, facing his former club, provided the visitors with the lead, later equalized by a deflected strike from City’s Rodri.
Despite facing challenges this season, Chelsea now focuses on climbing the table for a chance at European competition next season.
Reports from Rudy Galetti via The Sun suggest that Chelsea is ready to trigger Victor Osimhen’s £111 million release clause, aiming to outpace Paris Saint-Germain in securing the striker.
PSG, seeking a new forward following Kylian Mbappe’s expected departure, poses competition for Osimhen’s signature.
Chelsea’s recruitment hierarchy, fueled by significant investments since the 2022 Clearlake owners’ takeover, eyes Osimhen to address scoring challenges.
While Chelsea refrained from January transfer additions, their interest in Osimhen highlights the determination to reinforce the squad.
Osimhen, who moved from Lille to Napoli in 2020, boasts an impressive record with 119 appearances, 67 goals, and 19 assists.
Despite Osimhen’s contract extension with Napoli until 2026, Chelsea is undeterred, set to engage in discussions with Napoli representatives for a potential deal.
The draw against Manchester City emphasizes Chelsea’s resilience and their pursuit of success this season.
The potential addition of Osimhen aligns with Chelsea’s strategy of bolstering their attacking options and solidifying their competitive position in domestic and European competitions.
As the season progresses, Chelsea’s ambitious recruitment plans signal their commitment to sustained competitiveness at the highest level of football.
